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5 reasons to experience the U.S. Sail Grand Prix Chicago at Navy Pier

Published on June 12, 2023 by Choose Chicago

The Rolex United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago at Navy Pier brings action-packed racing to Lake Michigan, Chicago’s Skyline Stadium , on June 16 – 17, 2023 to kick off the summer of racing.

National teams from the United States and all around the world will race hydro-foiling 50-foot race boats that literally fly over the water while sailing at 60+ mph speeds, thrilling crowds on land and on water, all in the heart of the Windy City. 

Chicago is the only freshwater venue in the world, and is the first event to open SailGP’s season four! Here are five reasons to come experience the adrenaline-fueled racing at Navy Pier:

1. Race boats that literally fly out of the water. Really! The F50 catamaran uses hydrofoils to lift out of the water and achieve highway speeds, faster than almost any power boat! This means close racing, crashes, capsizes, and drama — definitely not your normal day on the water.

2. Come for the party, stay for the racing! Tickets start at just $35 for general admission on Friday or Saturday. The Race Stadium opens at 3 p.m. and racing begins at 4 p.m. each day.

New to the festivities this year: the White Claw™ Beach Club. With panoramic views of the racecourse, the Beach Club is located right at the water’s edge and is the best place to witness the fast and furious racing action of SailGP. 

3. Feel the spray of the F50s flying by Navy Pier. SailGP brings fans closer into the action than any other sporting event with opportunities to meet world-class athletes on shore and catch a glimpse of the race boats up close!

4. Bring your own boat! Yes, Chicago’s Skyline Stadium really will feel like a race course and you have the opportunity to bring a boat (or ask a friend) and anchor right next to the race course for an unparalleled, up-close race experience!

5. Don’t have your own boat — no problem! Another new option is the On-Water Premium Presented By White Claw™ Spirits. Treat yourself to an exclusive race experience onboard the SailGP spectator boat fleet with unique viewing opportunities located immediately next to the race course.  

How to watch Sail Grand Prix

Join the party on land or on water! Navy Pier is race stadium headquarters and will host the weekend party to watch as the turbo-charged 50-foot race boats fly only a few feet away, across Chicago’s Skyline Stadium. Enjoy live music and DJs, premium food and beverage experiences, fan shops, big screen TVs, fireworks, and more!

Racing takes place between Navy Pier and Adler Planetarium, guaranteeing a front-row seat along the waterfront as well.

When is Sail Grand Prix

Race day 1 | Friday, June 16 SailGP Stadium | 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Race times | 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Race day 2 | Saturday, June 17 SailGP Stadium | 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Race times | 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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DOWNTOWN — Chicago will host two races Downtown this summer: one on land and one on Lake Michigan.

The Rolex United States Sail Grand Prix returns for a second year June 16-17 at Navy Pier, officials announced Wednesday. The grand prix features national teams competing in fast, short races on high-speed catamarans.

The catamarans travel more than 60 mph as they cut through a course on Lake Michigan, which is the only freshwater venue for the grand prix.

Teams from New Zealand, Spain and Australia are among those competing.

In the spirit of friendly competition, officials from SailGP have invited officials from NASCAR for a crossover challenge between the two leagues to take place during the grand prix.

NASCAR officials will join the U.S. sailing team on their catamaran to race alongside DuSable Lake Shore Drive at highway speeds.

Although the catamarans don’t make revving noises like NASCAR cars , they’re still loud when racing through water, said U.S. SailGP athlete Cooper Dressler.

“It’s so loud that when we wear our helmets on board, we have integrated comms systems and microphones because that’s the only way we can hear each other,” Dressler said.

Dressler participated in a ceremonial helmet swap with NASCAR race officials Wednesday at a SailGP event. NASCAR is slated to take over Grant Park July 1-2.

Kara Bachman, executive director of the Chicago Sports Commission, called this summer the “summer of racing,” saying the events could potentially bring “thousands” of visitors to Chicago.

“What other sports can truly take place with the most beautiful skyline in the entire world?” Bachman said.

The east end of Navy Pier will be transformed into the SailGP Race Village featuring “stadium viewing with live commentary, big screens, and race-day entertainment,” according to a news release.

Sail GP tickets are $35 for general admission and $75 for waterfront grandstand seating.

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SailGP: United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago

What is sailgp united states sail grand prix chicago.

SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago is a thrilling international sailing championship that takes place in Chicago, USA on Lake Michigan.

When and where is the SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago taking place?

The SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago is taking place on June 16-17, 2023, at Navy Pier in Chicago. The thrilling international sailing championship will happen on Lake Michigan.

What can I expect to see at SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

At SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago, you can expect to see the world’s top sailors compete in high-speed, cutting-edge F50 catamarans on Lake Michigan.

How long is the SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago event?

The SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago event is scheduled for two days, from June 16-17, 2023.

How much are the tickets for SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

Ticket prices for SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago vary depending on the type of ticket and the seating location. The City Cruises Official On-Water Premium experience starts at $250. You can visit the event page for more information on ticket prices.

Can I bring my own food and drinks to SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

Outside food and drinks are not allowed at SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago, however, your City Cruises On-Water Premium ticket includes a multi-course canapés lunch menu and premium open bar.

What is the dress code for SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

There is no specific dress code for SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago. However, it is recommended to dress comfortably and wear comfortable shoes.

Are there any age restrictions for attending SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

No, there are no age restrictions for attending SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago, but children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Guests must be ages 21+ to enjoy the premium open bar with City Cruises.

Will there be parking available at SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

Yes, there will be parking available at Navy Pier, but it is recommended to use public transportation or ride share due to high demand parking and limited availability.

How much are the City Cruises Chicago tickets for SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

City Cruises Chicago offers SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago tickets for various seating options and prices. You can visit the City Experiences website for more information on ticket prices.

What are the best views for SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

The best views for SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago are from the water. As the official On-Water Premium, City Cruises Chicago offers exclusive front-row seats with excellent views of the competition.

What is the City Cruises Chicago cruise experience during SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago?

The City Cruises Chicago SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix cruise offers a unique perspective of the competition from the water as the official On-Water Premium access point. You can enjoy food and an open bar while watching the world’s top sailors compete in high-speed F50 catamarans.

Where can I watch SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago if I'm not on a boat?

If you’re not on a boat, you can watch SailGP United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago from designated areas on Navy Pier or from other spots along the shore of Lake Michigan. You can also tune in to the live broadcast on television or online.

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CHICAGO (WLS) -- The T-Mobile United States Sail Grand Prix debuts at Chicago's Navy Pier this weekend.

Sailing Lake Michigan, it's the first time the global racing championship has competed on freshwater.

RELATED: Sail Grand Prix makes Chicago debut on Lake Michigan

The weekend promises to deliver spectacular racing action as the sport's best athletes compete on 50-foot hydro-foiling race boats that fly over water while sailing at 60+ mph speeds.

The national teams from Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Great Britain, New Zealand, Spain and Switzerland will join the American home team on Lake Michigan.

Two-time SailGP champion Tom Slingsby and the Australian team currently lead the standings after a Season 3 opening victory in Bermuda last month, but Spithill and the American team are hungry for their first win, especially in front of the home crowd.

Tickets are still available for purchase to enjoy a fantastic weekend of racing.

The Navy Pier Race Village opens at noon on Saturday and Sunday, with racing at 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Sail Grand Prix will feature nine sailing teams competing for the first time on fresh water on Lake Michigan.

CHICAGO - A new international racing event is happening at Navy Pier this weekend.

Sail Grand Prix features nine sailing teams, competing for the first time on fresh water, on Lake Michigan.

The starting line is at Navy Pier, where observers can watch from bleachers at the east end of the pier. Teams race high-tech catamarans that have tall, rigid sales, that allow them to reach speeds over 60 miles an hour. 

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Tom Slingsby, a champion sailor for Team Australia, said the race takes place close enough to shore that the public can see the team moving about the boat, and can hear their communications.

Navy Pier has a large grandstand for viewing, complete with a high-tech monitor that will show the race and can be seen clearly, even in bright sunshine.

Tickets can be purchased online and are $35 for adults, $25 for children.

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Australia Wins Foiling Catamaran Race SailGP in a Nail-Biter Finish

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Australia claimed a surprise victory at this weekend’s SailGP event in Chicago over rivals Great Britain and Canada. It was the second race of SailGP’s third season, featuring state-of-the-art 50-ft. racing catamarans that are designed to lift on foils for speeds over 60 mph, while also being able to make hair-raisingly tight turns.

The fledgling sailing circuit has been bankrolled by Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison with the intent to become the Formula 1 of sailing. The fast raceboats are aimed at enticing local crowds, like those gathered at Navy Pier, but the series is also being packaged for a much larger television audience.

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The circuit travels all over the world. Last season’s racing concluded last March in San Francisco, with the Australians claiming $1 million for the season finale against rivals Team USA and Team Japan.

The fleet offshore in Lake Michigan. Light winds prompted the boats to have their largest 95-foot-tall wingsails.  Courtesy SailGP

Australia also won this season’s first event in Bermuda.

Over the weekend, however, it looked like the Aussies would be out of contention after the first day of racing. The Canadian team, which is racing its first season, won two of the three races. Driver Phil Robertson positioned his boat to claim the starts—which are crucial to the outcome of the race—with such precision that he won two of the three races. Australia was in fourth place at the end of the first day.

But the Australians won day two of the racing and eventually faced Canada and Great Britain in the three way-final. Australia’s driver Tom Slingsby dominated the final race, leading from the start to finish. The win gives Australia its fifth straight victory in the SailGP series.

Team Australia dominated day two with a series of flawless starts and then went on to win the three-boat race against Canada and Great Britain.  Courtesy SailGP

“Our team is just really good under pressure,” said Slingsby following  the race. “I have always known that but it’s nice for them to be recognized for it. I know if we have a high-pressure situation, the team will perform.”

The fledgling race circuit continues to collect followers at its races. The grandstands of Chicago’s Navy Pier were bustling with spectators. Chicago was a different experience since the teams had not raced on freshwater before, and the light winds prompted the boats to sail with their largest 29-meter (95-foot) wing sails.

Acrobatics during the racing is part of SailGP’s allure.  Courtesy SailGP

The weekend’s top speed was 41 mph, which was four times faster than the wind speed. Ben Ainslie, who leads Team Great Britain, last year set the record at 61.1 mph.

“There’s an element of danger we’re not trying to disguise,” Russell Coutts, who established the league, said about the high speeds and extreme maneuverability of the foiling yachts.

Big crowds turned out at Navy Pier to watch the racing.  Courtesy SailGP

The big disappointment in Chicago, at least for local fans, was Team USA. It finished in eighth place, just ahead of Switzerland.

“Certainly all the fans deserve better,” said driver Jimmy Spithill following the races. “We just weren’t able to execute clean laps, it’s as simple as that. There were too many mistakes and too many errors. We’re going to regroup, learn the lessons and move on.”

The next SailGP event will take place in Plymouth, UK, July 30-31.

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US Sail GP Chicago: Live stream, TV schedule, how to watch sailing grand prix for free

• Published: Jun. 18, 2022, 12:03 p.m.

How to watch this weekend's coverage. (Ricardo Pinto/SailGP via AP) AP

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It’s SailGP in the windy city as we get set for the United States Sail Grand Prix in Chicago , Illinois. This weekend’s sailing action will take place at the famed Navy Pier on Lake Michigan. Nine national teams will helm F50 catamarans as they race through the circuit that’s been dubbed “Chicago’s Skyline Stadium” over two days this weekend. Jimmy Spithill returns as the skipper of the United States team, which currently sits in sixth place in the Season 3 standings. Tom Slingsby and Team Australia currently hold the top spot. Fans can also watch TV coverage via CBS Sports Network and stream via Paramont+ and fuboTV , which has a free trial.

How to watch the 2022 U.S. Sailing Grand Prix Chicago

What time does coverage start? Where can I watch it on TV? - Race Day 1 coverage is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. EST and run until 4:30 p.m. EST. Coverage will air on TV via CBS Sports Network .

Race Day 2 on Sunday is also set to start at 3 p.m. EST and will also air on TV via CBS Sports Network.

Live stream : CBS | Sling | fuboTV | Paramont+ - If you have a cable subscription, you may be able to stream online via CBS using the login credentials from your TV provider. If you don’t have cable, you can sign up for fuboTV (free trial), Sling or Paramount+ (free trial) to watch online.

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SYDNEY (AP) — Sydney Harbour is set to host SailGP racing for the next three years, including the ninth event of the international series’ third season in February 2023.

SailGP said Friday that the Australian Sail Grand Prix would be held from Feb. 18-19. An estimated 20,000 people turned out to watch Tom Slingsby’s Australia SailGP team win its home event in December 2021.

Slingsby, the team’s driver and chief executive, said it was good to get the race locked in for the next three years “on the most beautiful harbor in the world.”

“We’ve been sort of living on a year-by-year, fingers-crossed basis,” Slingsby said. “So to secure our future in Sydney is unbelievable for us. We should have great wind, great weather that time of year and it’d been great to win on home soil again.”

There are 10 teams competing in Season 3, including new franchises Canada and Switzerland and returning teams Australia, Denmark, France, Britain, Japan, New Zealand, Spain and the United States.

In the opening race of the season in Bermuda in May, Slingsby hit the starting line in the podium race in control and sailed ahead of Britain’s Ben Ainslie and Canada’s Phil Robertson for an easy win, reaching 42 mph (68 kph) as his 50-foot catamaran.

The victory came just six weeks after the Aussies’ dominating win in the $1 million, winner-take-all grand final of the pandemic-delayed Season 2 on San Francisco Bay. Team Australia also won the $1 million top prize in 2019, the inaugural season of tech tycoon Larry Ellison’s global league.

Slingsby, an Olympic gold medalist and former America’s Cup champion, has won four straight SailGP regattas and six of the last seven.

The next race in the SailGP series is this weekend in Chicago.

Remaining 2022-23 schedule after Chicago:

July 30-31: Plymouth, England

Aug. 19-20: Copenhagen, Denmark

Sept. 10-11: Saint-Tropez, France

Sept. 24-25: Cádiz, Spain

Nov. 12-13: Dubai

Jan. 14-15: Singapore

Feb. 18-19: Sydney

March 18-19: Christchurch, New Zealand

May 6-7: San Francisco (and season 3 grand final)

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CHICAGO – March 7, 2022  – Tickets for the United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago launched today with a  15% early-bird discount  to experience adrenaline-filled waterfront racing with the sport’s top athletes at Chicago’s Navy Pier, June 18-19, 2022.

SailGP  is one of the fastest emerging properties in world sports featuring exciting up-close action as teams race identical F50 catamarans – highly-technical, hydrofoiling race boats that boast closing speeds in excess of 120 mph – in an annual global championship held in some of the most iconic cities around the world. In addition to debuting in Chicago for the first time, the event marks the first time the championship has ever competed on fresh water.

Navy Pier  has partnered with SailGP to serve as the central race village for two days of spectator-focused racing that will take place on Lake Michigan directly in front of the Chicago skyline.

Guests can enjoy a fantastic weekend of racing with ticket options that appeal to every spectator experience. Packages include tiered viewing areas, on-shore and on-water VIP hospitality, live commentary and entertainment, plus access to the cutting-edge, wing-sailed race boats and rare opportunities to interact with SailGP athletes.

Led by Jimmy Spithill’s United States SailGP Team, the Season 3 SailGP line-up features 10 national teams comprising the best athletes in the sport from Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Great Britain, Japan, New Zealand, Spain, and Switzerland.

Are you ready for an exhilarating experience at one of the most iconic waterfront racecourses in the world?  CLICK HERE  to take advantage of the 15% early-bird discount and reserve your spot today.

The U.S. Sail Grand Prix Chicago at Navy Pier will be the second event in SailGP’s  Season 3  championship – following the season opener in Bermuda – and is part of a two-year hosting agreement between SailGP and Chicago to bring the world’s most exciting on-water racing to the Midwest.

Out-of-town fans planning to travel to the event should visit  flychicago.com  for more information on Chicago O’Hare and Midway International Airports, which offer flights from more than 240 destinations worldwide.

To download SailGP images for media use, click  here .

For more information on the full Season 3 calendar as well as the U.S. SailGP Team visit   SailGP.com  or follow the team on   Facebook ,   Instagram , and   Twitter .

ABOUT SAILGP //  SailGP races for a better future, championing a world powered by nature. The world’s most exciting race on water, SailGP features national teams battling in short, intense races at iconic stadium-style venues across the globe, building to the grand final – and sailing’s top prize of US$1 million. The high-tech, high-speed action features sailing’s best athletes racing in identical hydro foiling F50 catamarans, flying at speeds exceeding 60mph. Visit  SailGP.com  for more information.

ABOUT THE UNITED STATES SAILGP TEAM  // The United States SailGP Team is the American entry into SailGP, composed of some of the world’s most talented professional sailors, racing the groundbreaking F50 catamaran — which is completely Powered by Nature™ — for the chance to win $1 million. Led by champion Jimmy Spithill, the team uses cutting-edge technology, intensive physical ability, and extreme skill and mental athleticism to deliver exciting racing as they represent the USA in the global championship. For more information on the team and athletes, visit  SailGP.com .

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SailGP // Laura Muma, PR Manager, USA | +1.773.960.3960 |  [email protected]

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Navy Pier is the People’s Pier, Chicago’s lakefront treasure, welcoming all and offering dynamic and eclectic experiences through partnerships and programs that inspire discovery and wonder.

Since its reopening in 1995, more than 180 million guests have come to enjoy the Pier’s 50 acres of unparalleled attractions and experiences. In 2022, Navy Pier continues to evolve into an accessible, year-round centerpiece for Chicago’s diverse arts and cultural treasures.

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Nikki Haley drops out of GOP presidential race and says Trump has to "earn" support

By Brian Dakss, Caroline Linton, Nidia Cavazos

Updated on: March 6, 2024 / 7:59 PM EST / CBS News

Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley suspended her 2024 presidential campaign on Wednesday, clearing the path for former President Donald Trump to win the Republican nomination. 

In short remarks at her campaign headquarters in Charleston, South Carolina, Haley did not endorse Trump, the front-runner for the nomination and the last remaining major candidate. She acknowledged that he will likely be the nominee and said she wished him well, but stopped short of supporting him.

"It is now up to Donald Trump to earn the votes of those in our party and beyond it who did not support him," Haley said. "And I hope he does that." 

Two sources close to Haley say she is eager to remain part of the GOP conversation, is proud of being the last contender standing against Trump and is not ruling out anything moving forward. Her top allies believe her run cements her as the standard bearer for traditional Republican values, especially with the looming exit of Sen. Mitch McConnell, who is stepping down as Senate minority leader and not running for reelection. 

Trump's reaction

Trump posted on social media that Haley got "TROUNCED" and pointed to Vermont's open primary for her victory there. 

"At this point, I hope she stays in the 'race' and fights it out until the end!" Trump wrote. 

Super Tuesday disappointment

The news comes just hours after Trump won  commanding victories  across nearly all the states holding Republican nominating contests on  Super Tuesday , according to CBS News projections.  Exit polls  showed Trump leading Haley among broad segments of the GOP electorate, with voters saying immigration and the economy were their most important issues.

Haley denied Trump a clean sweep of the Super Tuesday contests with a victory in Vermont's Republican primary, just her second win of the primary season.

Trump is on track to reach the necessary 1,215 delegates to clinch the Republican nomination next week.

Super Tuesday was the latest in a series of setbacks for Haley, who vowed to stay in the race at least until then.

In February, Trump won nearly 60% of the vote in her home state while she got just 39.5%. 

And in Nevada, Haley suffered an embarrassing loss in the symbolic primary, where she was the only candidate still running who was on the ballot. "None of these" received more votes than Haley by a margin of 23 points. Days later, Trump ran in and won the Nevada caucuses, the only contest in the state to allocate delegates. Haley's campaign argued that the Nevada Republican Party had "rigged" the system for Trump.

Taking on Trump directly

Haley has been hammering Trump over Russia and raising questions about his ability to stand up to Russian President Vladimir Putin, especially after the death in February of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny .

Haley campaigned heavily in New Hampshire for months and spent some time in Iowa in the final weeks before the caucuses there. After losing in those two states, Haley vowed to continue her bid and went on to campaign in South Carolina.

Haley, who was criticized earlier in the campaign for not distancing herself enough from Trump, began to hit him harder — blaming him for GOP losses in the Senate and House and creating "political chaos."

And she began raising questions about Trump's age. Two days before the New Hampshire primary, on the CBS News broadcast " Face the Nation ," when Haley was asked about comments by Trump in which he appeared to confuse Haley with former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Haley told moderator Margaret Brennan, "Don't be surprised, if you have someone that's 80 in office, their mental stability is going to continue to decline."

Pressed on whether she questioned Trump's mental fitness, Haley responded, "We're seeing he's just not at the same level he was at 2016. I think we're seeing some of that decline."  

As the campaign headed into 2024, Haley and her team began touting the message of a "two-person race" — even before Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis dropped out shortly after Iowa. 

As Haley focused on her lone competitor in the Republican field, she would often urge voters to see that "chaos follows Donald Trump" and that the country could not afford to be distracted, given imminent national threats. 

Haley also pitched her electability compared to Trump, touting polls that showed she would handily beat President Biden in a general election match-up.

On the campaign trail, she often brought up the prospect of a Trump-Biden rematch, asking voters, "Do you want more of the same?" 

She pleaded with voters to move forward with a "new generational leader" to effectively put an end to "the chaos and the drama" to be able to work on the country's most pressing needs. 

Before the two-man race

Haley served in Trump's Cabinet as U.N. ambassador and heavily touted her experience with foreign policy as she campaigned, arguing that the U.S. must reject isolationist views and support American allies to keep the homeland safer.  

Heading into the first contests, Haley ran an ad featuring the mother of Otto Warmbier, the American college student who was imprisoned in North Korea and died shortly after being returned to the U.S. On "Face the Nation " in January,  Haley accused Trump of trying to "buddy up with dictators that want to kill us." 

In the earlier phase of the race, she was attacked by DeSantis, who called her a "corporatist," by entrepreneur Vivek Ramasaway, who invoked her daughter's use of TikTok — causing Haley to call him "scum" — and former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie.

As Christie was ending his own presidential candidacy, he was caught on a hot microphone predicting Haley was going to "get smoked" in the primaries. 

As DeSantis left the presidential race after his defeat in Iowa, he took a parting shot at Haley and endorsed Trump. 

The news of Haley dropping out of the race was first reported by The Wall Street Journal .

-- Robert Costa, Fin Gomez and Caitlin Huey-Burns contributed to this story

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Brian Dakss is a Senior Editor at CBSNews.com.

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Illinois Deer Classic and Fish & Hook Sports Show lead packed weekend for Go & Show

It’s a week with multiple options for go & show, across multiple states..

A replica of Mel Johnson’s world-record typical buck for white-tailed deer was on display last year at the Illinois Deer Classic at the Peoria Civic Center.

Dale Bowman

Go & Show stretches from Madison, Wisconsin, to Peoria to Grand Rapids, Michigan, this week.

The Illinois Deer Classic settles into a better time slot — Friday to Sunday — at the Peoria Civic Center than the early April date last year. This is all things deer hunting. The $20 entry for the big buck contest includes a three-day pass to the show. (Opening day last year was interesting with tornado warning lining up our daughter and I with many others on an interior wall.)

The crowds line the Fish and Hook Sports Show last year in Lockport.

• The Fish & Hook Sports Show is the big local show from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday at the VFW Post 5788 in Lockport.
• The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show opens March 7, and runs through Sunday, March 10, at the Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis, Wisconsin. I have yet to make this show.
• Canoecopia , which I have meant to attend for years, is Friday through Sunday at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. Not going to make it this year either.
• The Rockford RV, Camping & Travel Show is Friday through Sunday at the Indoor Sports Center in Loves Park.
• Also opening today, March 7, and running through Sunday, March 10, is the Ultimate Sports Show , at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Michigan.